Oahu
The Sandbar was breathtaking. We took so many beautiful pics to remember our tour. I would definitely go back with people that haven’t been there just to take more pics. You can play volleyball at the Sandbar and practice snorkeling before the deep sea snorkeling afterwards. Staff was the friendliest and made it a memorable experience. Go, you won’t regret going.
Beautiful and a lot of fun!! The staff was knowledgeable and very friendly. I loved seeing the sea turtles and feeding the fish on the snorkeling part of the excursion. Sandbar volleyball was fun! I LOVED this excursion!!
This is my third time here. During the snorkeling and swimming around the coral reefs, I was able to see a sea turtle last time, but unfortunately, I couldn't see one this time. However, others said they swam with one. Last time, I brought an underwater camera and when a sea turtle appeared, I panicked and couldn't capture anything. (LOL) This time, I didn't see one.
The hamburger for lunch was delicious, especially while enjoying the view of the horizon and scenery. Yuki, who took care of us, was as lively as ever, which was great. I hope to see her again, but given my age, I might not be able to come back??
Hawaii really is a wonderful place. (It would be even better if the cost of living were lower.)
今回で、3回目になりました。シュノーケル・サンゴ礁周囲遊泳は、前回はウミガメを見れましたが、今回は残念ながら、見ることはできませんでした。でもほかの人は、一緒に泳いだって言ってました。前回に、水中可能カメラを持って潜り、ウミガメが出てきて、焦って取ったので、何も撮れなかったです。(爆)今回は、見れなかった。
ランチのハンバーグも、周りの水平線や景色を見ながら、食べるのも、おいしいです。日本人相手に担当していただいた、ユキさんも、相変わらず元気で、何よりでした。またお会いできるといいのですが、何せ、年が年なんで、いけないかも??
やっぱりハワイは、よいところですね。(物価が安ければ、なおさら良いですけど)
I was a bit anxious about participating alone since most people were in pairs, but the crew members were all really nice, and I'm glad I joined. I got to see dolphins and swimming honu (turtles), which really boosted my excitement! I also challenged myself to try stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). It was quite difficult, but I managed to stand up and paddle (^ -^)v.
The cheeseburger on the boat was delicious, and I was really happy to see hula up close (since I’m learning hula). I was on cloud nine (laughs). I want to participate again! (*^o^*)
大体が2人での参加の中、1人参加で不安でしたが、クルーの皆さんがホンマに良い人ばかりで、参加して良かったです。イルカも泳いでるホヌ(亀)も見れてテンションup⤴︎そして、体験してみたかったSUPにも挑戦。結構難しかったですが、何とか立てて漕げました(^-^)v
船上でのチーズバーガーも美味しかったですが、間近でフラを見れて(フラを習ってるので)嬉しかったです。テンションmaxでした(笑)。また参加したいなぁ(*^o^*)
We gathered in front of the Ilikai Hotel, but even after the time had passed, the bus didn't arrive... Only to find that the guide was a man silently standing in front of a bus with no tour name displayed. He just stood there without saying anything. We lost about 10 minutes waiting there. I wished he would have at least named the tour or called out our names.
With that vibe, we moved on to pick up other hotels before heading to the location. By the time we arrived, we were about 20 minutes late. That was to be expected.
When you get on the bus, they distribute a floor map. The explanations about the park and the return trip are broadcasted once you're on the bus, and it's in Japanese.
The pool was not crowded, and all the attractions were open. The facility itself was smaller than I expected, and you can easily make one round quickly.
You rent lockers from a machine, but you can only put in a maximum of $7 in cash at a time. So, you can't use a $10 bill. Cards are accepted. I rented a small locker, but it was already packed when I put in two backpacks.
You can ride the slides as many times as you want. Most of the time, you need to carry your own float to the starting point. There are specific floats designated for each slide.
It starts to get a bit crowded in the early afternoon, but even if you have to wait in line, it's usually just about 10 minutes for the floats.
The changing rooms and restrooms were somewhat dirty. I really didn't want to use them if I could avoid it.
The only real disappointment was the pickup service. However, the slides were thrilling, with some intense ones that you can't find in Japan, so I enjoyed that. They also take you back to the hotel afterward.
イリカイホテル前に集合でしたが、時間が過ぎてもバスが来ない…と思いきやなんのツアー名も書かれていないバスの前に黙って立っている男性が引率さんでした。声をかけるでもなくただ黙って立っているだけ。10分くらいはここでロスしています。ツアー名付けるなり名前呼ぶなりして欲しかったです。
その感じでその後のホテルもピックアップしながら現地まで移動。着いた時には20分くらいは遅れていました。当たり前です。
バスに乗る時にフロアマップを配られます。園内の説明や帰りのことはバスに乗ってから放送が流れるので聞くだけです。日本語の放送です。
プールは空いていて全てのアトラクションがオープンしていました。思ったより施設自体が狭くてすぐに1周出来ます。
ロッカーは自動機で借りますが、現金は1回に最大7$までしか入れられません。なので10$札とか入れられないです。カードは使えます。小さいロッカー借りましたがリュック2個入れたらもうぎっしりです。
スライダー系は何回でも乗れました。ほとんどが自分で浮き輪をスタート地点に持って行って使う感じです。一応どのスライダーにどの浮き輪と決まっています。
お昼すぎになると少し混み始めますが、並んだとしても浮き輪待ちなので10分くらいでした。
更衣室、トイレはまあまあ汚いです。出来れば使いたくない感じです。
送迎だけがほんとに残念でした。スライダーは日本にはない激しさのものもあるので楽しめました。
帰りもホテルまで送ってくれます。
We gathered in front of the Ilikai Hotel at 8:55 for our stay at the Grand Waikikian. Since we picked up guests from various hotels, it took over 30 minutes in Waikiki, but after that, we arrived at the location in about 35 minutes. Perhaps because it was a weekday in June, it was not crowded, and we were able to enjoy the large slide without any wait. Since we had young children with us, there were many attractions they couldn't go on due to height restrictions, but they had a great time in the toddler area and the wave pool. Coin lockers cost between $13 and $18, and a hamburger set inside was about $10, so expenses added up, but we had fun. It's not cheap, so I think kids around fifth grade to middle school age would get their money's worth in playtime.
グランドワイキキアン宿泊で、8:55イリカイホテル前で集合していきました。色々なホテルの方をピックアップしていくので、ワイキキで30分以上時間を取られますが、その後は35分くらいで現地に着きました。6月平日のためか、空いており大型スライダーも待ち時間なくできました。当方は子連れのため、身長制限でできないものも多かったですが幼児用のスペースや波の出るプールで存分に楽しんでいました。コインロッカーは13ドル〜18ドル、中のハンバーガーセットは10ドルくらいでなにかと出費はかさみますが楽しめました。安くはないので、小学校五年生〜中学生くらいのほうが元を取れるくらい遊べるかなとおもいます。
You can participate with peace of mind as you receive lectures from Japanese staff on-site. In fact, when interacting with the dolphins, the local trainers explained in Japanese what to do next, which was great. The dolphins' gentle and vacant eyes were incredibly cute.
現地では日本人スタッフの方からレクチャーが受けられるので、
安心して参加できます。
実際、イルカと触れ合うときは現地のトレーナーさんですが、
日本語で次に何をするか説明してくれたので良かったです。
イルカの優しくて虚ろな目がなんともキュートでした。
The ranch is wonderful, and the tour content was quite good, but above all, each person working there was incredibly warm and welcoming!! After this tour, you'll definitely crave garlic shrimp! And you'll want to borrow a lot of DVDs! Haha, I want to go back when my child is born and grows up!
牧場も素敵で、ツアーの内容もかなり良かったですがなにより働いてる方1人1人がすごく温かく対応してくれます!!このツアーの後はガーリックシュリンプが食べたくなりますよ!そしてたくさんDVD借りたくなります!笑 子供が産まれて大きくなったらまた行きたいです!
A convenient location for transportation. It's about 100 meters north of Halekulani, at the corner of Beach Walk, and might be a bit inconspicuous. The flavors seem to cater to Japanese tastes. Since the chef is Japanese, I think it's at the highest level in Waikiki. The appetizer, soup, main meat dish, and finally the coffee and dessert were all delicious. However, my wife couldn't drink the coffee, and there was no tea available, so we ended up sharing two cups. Later, I had the mentaiko spaghetti, which was also delicious.
交通の便利な場所。ハレクラニHから100mほど北、ビーチウォークの角にありやや目立たないかな。味は日本人向きでしょうか。シェフが日本人とのことでワイキキでは最高レベルと思います。前菜 スープ メインの肉料理、最後はコーヒーとデザートすべて美味しかった。ただ妻がコーヒーがダメであったが紅茶はなく、2人分飲むことになった。
後日明太子スパゲッティをいただいたがこれも美味でした。
I went directly from the airport moving from the Big Island to Oahu.
The park is always uncrowded, and you can ride the slides as much as you want.
The basic food isn't that great, so it's better to go early in the morning and return around noon to eat outside.
ハワイ島からオアフ島への移動した空港から直行しました。
園内は常に空いていてスライダーは乗り放題です。
基本料理はそんなおいしくないので、朝一にいって午後一くらいに帰って外でご飯食べたほうがよいです
I wanted to try the slide, and this pool, which is famous on TV, was the only one where Veltra provided transportation from Ko Olina at a discounted rate, so I used it. The facilities were a bit old and had some issues, but I still enjoyed my time there, even if it was short.
スライダーやりたくてテレビでも有名なこのプールへ、ベルトラさんだけが唯一コオリナから送迎をつけてしかも割安であったので、利用しました。施設は、古いのか少し難ありでしたが、短い時間でも楽しめました。
I was impressed by the wonderfully beautiful sandbar.
During snorkeling, I was able to see many beautiful fish and it was fun to feed them.
The hamburger for lunch was also very delicious, making it a highly satisfying tour.
素晴らしくきれいなサンドバーで感動しました。
シュノーケリングでは、きれいな魚を沢山見ることができ、餌付けもできて楽しかったです。
昼食のハンバーガーも大変おいしく、満足度の高い良いツアーでした。
We participated with a 6-year-old girl, a 10-year-old boy, and an adult. The weather was great, and it went by in no time! Choosing fast food for meals was the right decision. The taste was delicious. Both kids were so into it that it felt like a waste to spend too much time on meals. We definitely want to do it again!
6歳女子、10歳男子と大人で参加。
天候にも恵まれあっという間!飲食はファーストフードで正解でした。味も美味しいです。食事に時間をかけるのは勿体ない位2人ともハマっていてまたリピしたい!!
The weather was wonderful, and I was very moved to see a sandbar that was even more beautiful than I had imagined! The water depth in the shallow areas was only up to my ankles, so it was truly like the sandbars I’ve seen on TV! The staff were lively and enthusiastic, which made me and everyone else laugh throughout the experience, leaving a lasting impression.
I recommend taking a good look with your own eyes, as it’s so beautiful that it’s hard to capture in photos!
Since it’s a plan for a large group (about 20 to 30 people), it’s understandable that those who are not confident in snorkeling or are first-timers may not receive personal guidance at a leisurely pace. We had some experience, so we were able to snorkel without any issues, but since everyone swims freely, there was some variation in whether or not people got to see sea turtles. (On this day, it seemed that about half of the participants were able to see them.) Even if you don’t see sea turtles, you can still enjoy seeing other beautiful fish, so I think it’s definitely enjoyable.
For those who really want to snorkel but lack confidence, I recommend looking into different plans.
お天気にも恵まれ、想像以上に綺麗なサンドバーが見られたのでとても感動しました!
浅い所での水深はくるぶし上くらいまでしかなかったので、まさにテレビで見たようなサンドバーでした!
スタッフの方も元気に盛り上げて下さるので、彼を含め私も終始笑っていた事が印象的に残っています。
写真ではなかなかうまく写りきらない程綺麗だと思うのでしっかり目に焼き付ける事をお勧めします!
人数が多いプランなので仕方ないのですが(2〜30人くらい?)シュノーケリングに自信が無い方や初めての方はなかなかゆっくりと個人的指導は受けられないかと思います。
私たちは経験があったので難なくシュノーケリングはできましたが、全員がそれぞれ自由にシュノーケリングで泳ぐのでウミガメが見られるかどうかにばらつきはありました。
(この日は半数くらいの方は見られたようです。)
ウミガメが見られなくても他の魚等は綺麗に見られるので十分楽しめるとは思います(^^)
シュノーケリングは絶対にしたいけど自信がない方は、違うプラン等を見てみる事をお勧めします。
Billy, our guide, was very fun and amazing. He made sure to pay attention to all the participants while mixing in jokes. You can rent a car and go on your own, but the explanations about Hawaii's plants and history made it even more enjoyable. The Manoa Falls were refreshing, but I think one of the best parts of this tour is being able to eat an organic lunch at Kapiolani Park.
ガイドのビリーさんがとても楽しくて最高でした。ジョークを交えながら、すべての参加客に気を使ってくれていました。個人でレンタカーを借りて行くこともできますが、ハワイの植物のことや歴史の事など、説明があったのでより一層楽しめました。マノアの滝も気持ち良かったですが、カピオラニ公園でオーガニックのお弁当を食べれるのも、このツアーの良いところだと思います。
Outstanding service. This was a once in a lifetime experience for us. History is awesome.
It was great that the guide entertained us and explained how the sandbar was formed.
However, when I stood on the sandbar and looked around, I was surprised to find it was just like, "Oh, so this is what it looks like." I felt that it would be better to see it from above, like in a helicopter, but I had expected that, and I wanted to land on the sandbar at least once.
ガイドさんが楽しませてくれて、サンドバーの作られ方とか説明とかも聞けて良かったです。
でもサンドバーはその上に立って見ると、「ふーん、こんな感じなんだ」って言う感じだったのが意外だった。ヘリとかで上から見るのが良いものなのだと感じたけれど、予想はしていたし、一度はサンドバーに上陸してみたかったから
This was my second time participating. Both times, the water level was about knee-high, but I was aware of that since I checked the tide information on this page from VELTRA. My husband was seriously playing volleyball at the sandbar, haha. Snorkeling was a battle against the fear of entering the ocean without being able to touch the bottom after turning 50, but once I saw the beauty underwater, I truly understood the high ratings in the reviews. People over 50 (and even older) can enjoy this too!
2度目の参加でした。
2回とも膝上くらいの水位でしたが、それはきちんと潮の満ち引き情報をVELTRAさんのこのページで確認していたので、承知の上でした。
夫はサンドバーでバレーボールをガチでやっていました笑
シュノーケリングは、50を過ぎて足がつかない海に入る恐怖との戦いでしたが、いざ海の中を見ると感動的な美しさで、レビューの高さを実感しました。
50オーバーの人も(いやもっと上の人もいました)楽しめますよ!
I was expecting it to be a bit clearer, so I was somewhat disappointed, but I thoroughly enjoyed my first experience on a submarine.
もう少し鮮明に見えると、思っていたので少々期待はずれのところがありましたが、初めての潜水艦堪能できました。
The crew was really attentive to the guests, and I thought it was impressive how they managed everything on the ship despite the challenges.
I couldn't see any sea turtles, so I definitely want to see them next time I come.
クルーの皆さんがすごくお客さんの事を見ていて、船の上で大変なのにすごいなと思って見ていました。
ウミガメが見れなかったので、次来た時は是非見たいです。
It was very beautiful, and I was able to observe the seabed slowly. Along the way, I also saw sea turtles and many fish, which made me satisfied.
The boat to the submarine was very rocky, and I ended up feeling seasick. On the way back, we stopped on the water for about 10 minutes before heading to the port for photo sales, which made me feel sick again.
Overall, I was satisfied with the experience that I wouldn't normally have.
とてもきれいでゆっくりと海底を観察できました。
途中ウミガメやたくさんの魚も見ることができ、満足です。
潜水艦までの船がとても揺れたため船酔いをしてしましました。
帰りの船で写真の販売の為、港へ向けて出発するのに10分前後海上で
停船したため酔いました。
総合的に普段できない体験ができ満足です。
There's no need to worry about seasickness! Since we're in the bay, it doesn't rock at all.
The sandbar was cloudy at first, but it cleared up along the way and was absolutely beautiful.
After that, we were able to see several sea turtles during the turtle watching!
Snorkeling was also no problem for beginners! (You can practice at the sandbar.)
The hamburgers for lunch are delicious, so I highly recommend them!
船酔いの心配はありません!
湾の中なので全然揺れません。
サンドバーは曇りでしたが途中で晴れてめっちゃきれいでした。
そのあと、ウミガメウォッチでは数匹見ることができました!
シュノーケリングも初心者でも問題なくでしました!
(サンドバーで練習ができます)
お昼のハンバーガーも美味しいのでおすすめです!
There are many large slides that you can't experience in Japan, and the children were thrilled and didn't have enough time. I think it's a good idea to reserve a cabana seat for families or during busy times.
日本では体験できないような大掛かりなスライダーが沢山あり、子どもたちは大喜びで時間が足りませんでした。
家族連れや混雑する時はカバナ席を予約しておくといいと思います。
The food was exceptional especially considering the number of people being served. The staff was polite and very accommodating. The young entertainers interacted with the crowd and performed in their traditional attire. We came back to the port with a bang, singing and dancing. I would definitely recommend this cruise. My only disappointment was that the harbor/tower area used to be filled with shops. It was our last night on the island and it would have been nice to purchase those last minute sovereigns. Now it’s just empty with a few eateries.
The Captain and her crew were beyond friendly! The whole experience was amazing, from the cruise to the sand bar, the food, the turtle watching and the snorkeling. Absolutely amazing. Would highly recommend this experience!
- All three attractions were amazing. The location tour, jungle exploration, and historical explanations were all interesting and easy to understand. While looking at other attractions, I definitely wanted to participate in the interactive ones.
- The movie location tour was very intriguing, as there were various filming sites besides Jurassic Park.
・三つのアトラクション全て最高でした。ロケ地巡り、ジャングル探検、歴史 的なもの全て説明も面白く、分かりやすく良かったです。他のアトラクショ ンを見ていると、参加型で是非参加したいアトラクションでした。
・映画ロケ地巡りではジェラシックパーク以外にも色々な撮影があったという ことで非常に興味深かったです。
- The guidance from the female staff was delightful and enjoyable.
- I was able to see sea turtles at the sandbar, which was amazing.
- Snorkeling might have been the most fun; it felt like swimming inside an aquarium, and it was incredibly enjoyable to be so close to the fish.
- The BBQ on the boat was about what I expected, but the service was attentive and good.
- It was a tour I would like to join again next time.
・女性担当者の案内が愉快で楽しかったです。
・サンドバーではウミガメも見れたし最高でした。
・シュノーケリングが一番楽しかったかも、まるで水槽の中を泳いでいるよう で、魚が手に取れる感じで非常に楽しかったです。
・BBQは船の上なのでこんなもんかな、という感じでしたが接客が丁寧でよ かったです。
・次回も参加したいツアーでした。
I felt very safe with the Japanese staff at the center. The locals were also kind and communicated in English, so I was able to enjoy everything without any inconvenience, even though I only speak Japanese! The hamburger on the boat was the most delicious I had on this trip (^ ^). There was plenty of free time, and they clearly communicated important information, so I was able to relax and fully enjoy the beautiful sea! I was lucky to swim with a sea turtle. There was a shuttle to the Alohilani Hotel, and on the way back, they guided us as well.
日本人が中心でとても安心しました。現地の人も英語で優しく対応して下さったので、日本語しか分からない中、何も不自由なく楽しむことができました!
船上でのハンバーガーはこの旅行で1番美味しかったです(^ ^)
自由な時間が多く、注意事項等もしっかり伝えてもらえたので
ゆっくりくつろぎながらきれいな海を満喫できて最高でした!運良くウミガメと一緒に泳げてよかったです。
アロヒラニホテルまで送迎があり、帰りはガイドもしながら送っていただけました。
- Taste of Kualoa Tour
In the vast nature, with easy-to-understand explanations from a Japanese guide, I was able to see various plants and also enjoyed some tastings. Since various movie filming locations and sets are still preserved, it was a lot of fun!
- Jungle Expedition & Kualoa Legends Tour
Riding in the back of a large jeep-like vehicle, we went through the jungle, which was quite thrilling. The gate from Jurassic World was there, and there were even claw marks left by the Indominus Rex on the wall! I was able to touch on history and had a very valuable experience.
- Movie Filming Locations & Ranch Tour
In the midst of wonderful scenery, the landscapes I saw in the movies spread out before me, and I was very moved! The fallen tree where Dr. Grant and the children hid from the approaching dinosaur in Jurassic Park is still there, and you can take commemorative photos there! I also got to see famous movie scenes and sets from Jurassic World and King Kong, making it the best experience!
・テイスト オブ クアロア ツアー
広大な自然の中を日本人ガイドさんのわかりやすい説明で、様々な植物を見ることができ、また試食も楽しめました。様々な映画のロケ地やセットもそのまま残されているので、とても楽しめます!
・ジャングル探検&クアロア伝説ツアー
大型のジープのような車の荷台に乗り、ジャングルの中を抜けていくので、迫力があります。ジュラシックワールドに登場するあのゲート、そして、壁にはなんとインドミナス・レックスがつけた爪の傷跡もしっかり残されています!歴史にも触れられ、とても貴重な経験ができました。
・映画ロケ地&牧場ツアー
素晴らしい景色の中、映画で見たあの風景が目の前に広がっていて、すごく感動しました!ジュラシックパークでグラント博士と子どもたちが、迫りくる恐竜から逃げるときに身を隠したあの倒木がそのままあり、そこで記念写真を撮ることができます!他にもジュラシックワールドやキングコングなど、有名な映画のあの景色やセットを見る事ができて最高の体験でした!
It was a course without Japanese guidance (although it seems there is Japanese guidance available through headphones, which I didn't use), but I understand enough English, so it wasn't a problem. Everyone else was foreign, and I was a bit fed up with the number of Japanese people in downtown Honolulu, so it was nice. There was a sense of universality when the Canadian child next to me asked, "Where's Nemo?" Seeing the submarine surface near the boat was exciting. I enjoyed seeing beautiful fish, rays, and turtles (it would have been even better if sharks had appeared), and it was my first experience diving into the ocean from a submarine, which was interesting. It was a smaller submarine with small windows, but I think it was sufficient.
日本語案内ではない時間のコースでしたが(ヘッドフォンで日本語案内はあるようだが使用せず)そこそこ英語がわかるのでまあ問題なし。
自分達以外は外国人で、ホノルルの街中が日本人だらけで少しウンザリしていたのでちょと良かったです。
隣のカナダ人の子供がニモはどこ?という言葉に世界共通感がありました。
沖で船の近くに潜水艦が浮かんでくる様子はウキウキしました。
きれいな魚やエイやカメがみられて楽しかったですし(サメでも出て来たらもっと良かったけど)、潜水艦で海に潜るという体験が初めてのことで面白かったです。
窓の小さい方の潜水艦でしたが十分だと思います。